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Just like in humans, there’s a strong link between the gut and the brain in dogs. It’s called the gut-brain axis, and it plays a big role in regulating your dog’s mood, behaviour, and even sleep patterns.
How food affects behaviour:
- Gut discomfort can cause irritability, anxiety, or restlessness
- Poor-quality diets can lead to blood sugar spikes – causing hyperactivity or crashes
- An unbalanced microbiome can affect serotonin levels (a key ‘feel-good’ chemical – and 90% of it is made in the gut)
Signs food could be affecting mood:
- Overexcitability or mood swings
- Low energy or withdrawal
- Trouble settling after meals
- Digestive issues that coincide with behaviour changes
Within supports both physical and emotional wellbeing through our gentle recipes and Formula biotics blend – designed to nourish the gut and help dogs feel more settled, balanced, and comfortable from the inside out.